The Lab at MassDOT Innovation Co-op Spring 2027

About our Team We are a small start-up team of two people in the office of the Secretary of Transportation, focused on experimentation and prototyping new approaches to addressing mobility challenges for the people of Massachusetts. Those prototypes are designed to be able to scale if successful and create learning opportunities for all parties if they fail. The team works across the divisions of MassDOT, with the MBTA, RTAs, and collaborators in academia, industry, local government, advocacy, and resident groups. Our project portfolio is constantly evolving. Past fellows have developed driver education campaigns, facilitated immersive experiences that bring research to life, conducted economic impact analysis, convened stakeholders around autonomous vehicles, and planned, launched, and implemented new outreach programs for residents – among many other activities. Duties and Responsibilities You will be responsible for supporting 1-3 workstreams on up to two active or exploratory prototypes. This may include: * Doing field research. * Doing comparative analysis. * Creating visual artifacts that support the efforts of the Lab. * Engaging with community stakeholders. * Writing or presenting about the work to internal and external audiences. * Learning the functional tasks required to move a task forward (e.g., purchasing). Preferred Qualifications Required * Proficient with Microsoft Suite (including Sharepoint), Airtable, Asana, Slack * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Strong collaborator, with an ability to work with people of all cultures and backgrounds * Curiosity and ability to learn quickly Preferred * Native or fluent communicator in: Spanish, Portuguese, Vietnamese, or Haitian Creole * Proficient with design software (e.g. Adobe Suite) Work schedule You will be in person at 10 Park Plaza M-Th, with an option to be remote on Fridays. The candidate must be able to commit to a full-time schedule of 37.5 hours per week. About MassDOT The 4,000 employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT)takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found atmass.gov/massdot-careers. MassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions. *Minimum Entrance Requirements * This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply. All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered. Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position. * For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected].. * For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722. * For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call call Lucy Bayard, ADA Coordinator at 857-274-1935. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. *The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. * Job: *Administrative Services Organization: *Massachusetts Department of Transportation Title: The Lab at MassDOT Innovation Co-op Spring 2027 Location: Massachusetts-10 Park Plaza Requisition ID: 260006KG